Bellanca 17-30A SUPER VIKING vs Cessna 210
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Bellanca 17-30A SUPER VIKING
- For sale now
- 12
- Median asking
- $84,450
- Range
- $58,000–$136,000
- Model years available
- 1972–1989
Cessna 210
- For sale now
- 177
- Median asking
- $249,750
- Range
- $90,200–$695,000
- Model years available
- 1960–2021
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Generations Breakdown
Per-generation specs — engine/weight/performance differ materially across production eras.
Per-era “For sale” counts exclude listings with unspecified year and separate variants (RG retractable, Hawk XP), so they may not sum to the total above.
Bellanca 17-30A SUPER VIKING — 0 generations
| Generation | Years | Engine | MTOW | Cruise | Range | For sale |
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Cessna 210 — 4 generations
| Generation | Years | Engine | MTOW | Cruise | Range | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 210 IO-470 (260hp) | 1960–1963 | IO-470-E | 2900 | 160 | 700 | 29 |
| 210 IO-520 (NA) | 1964–1986 | IO-520-A/L | 3800 | 171 | 900 | 48 |
| T210 Turbo | 1966–1986 | TSIO-520-R | 3800 | 193 | 950 | 57 |
| P210 Pressurized | 1978–1986 | TSIO-520-P | 4000 | 200 | 1000 | 55 |
Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Bellanca 17-30A SUPER VIKING | Cessna 210 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | — | 819 |
| Serious | — | 64 |
| Fatal | — | 192 |
| Fatalities | — | 413 |
| % Fatal | — | 23% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Bellanca 17-30A Super Viking | Cessna 210 |
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| Price Range | $58,000 – $136,000 | $90,200 – $695,000 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 4 | 6 |
| Horsepower | 300 HP | 260–325 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 163 kts (302 km/h) | 160–200 kts (370 km/h) |
| Range | 802 nm (1,485 km) | 700–1,000 nm (1,852 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 18,000 ft (5,486 m) | 17,300 ft (5,273 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 3,325 lbs (1,508 kg) | 2900–4,000 lbs (1,814 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,100 lbs (499 kg) | 1,310 lbs (594 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | — | 90.0 gal (341 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 16.0 GPH (61 L/h) | 14.5 GPH (55 L/h) |
| TBO | — | 1,700 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | — | $35,000 |
| Annual Fixed | — | $22,000 |
| Hourly Variable | — | $175 |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateBellanca 17-30A Super Viking
Fuel$88/hr
Cessna 210
Fuel$80/hr
Variable$175/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$57,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Bellanca 17-30A SUPER VIKING or Cessna 210?
Pick the 17-30A SUPER VIKING if…
- Budget matters — from $58,000 vs $90,200, you save ~$32,200.
- Faster cruise — 163 kts vs 160 kts.
- Longer range — 802 nm vs 700 nm.
- Newer design — production from 1972 vs 1960.
Pick the 210 if…
- More seats — 6 vs 4.
- More inventory — 28 listings vs 12.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Bellanca 17-30A Super Viking or Cessna 210?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The 17-30A Super Viking cruises at 163 kts with 802 nm range.
The 210 cruises at 160 kts with 700 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Bellanca 17-30A Super Viking: from $160,000.
Cessna 210: from $159,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Bellanca 17-30A SUPER VIKING and Cessna 210?
210 engine: CONTINENTAL IO-470-E (260 hp).
Seats: 4 vs 6.
Cruise: 163 vs 160 kts.
Range: 802 vs 700 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
210: about $175/hr variable cost.
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
17-30A SUPER VIKING: 4 seats / 1,100 lb useful load.
210: 6 seats / 1,310 lb useful load.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
210: 1,700-hour TBO, overhaul ~$35,000.
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data